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Sunday, 31 May 2015

May 31st, most people
would bid farewell then calls an end to the month of May, but what most people
don't realize is that there’s actually far more to it for the day as every year on May 31st mark the World No-Tobacco Day (WNTD). A day created by World Health
Organization (WHO) in 1987 with the intention to draw attention to the
widespread prevalence of tobacco use and its subsequence negative health
effects (in case you were wondering, this notorious product currently lead to
nearly 6 million deaths each year worldwide, including 600,000 of which are the
result of non-smokers being exposed to second-hand smoke).

This year, Media Prima Berhad (‘Media Prima’ or ’The Group’), Malaysia’s leading intergrated media company has launched #TakNakSeludup Campaign in conjunction with the World No-Tobacco Day 2015 themed ‘Stop Illicit Trade of Tobacco Products’, with the intention to send out strong message and a call-for-action to our nation to work together to end the trade of illicit tobacco products, especially cigarettes.

Presentation by Dato' Akhbar Satar, President of Transparency International Malaysia (TI-M)

Being identified as the third highest among Asian countries in terms of illicit cigarette consumption, the impact of illicit tobacco trade in Malaysia has been devastating as it is the major contributing factor for youth uptake of smoking. It is estimated that approximately one out of every three packs of cigarettes sold in Malaysia are smuggled, which cost a RM 2 billion loses in taxes annually, not to missed the fact that the counterfeit cigarettes has been proven to contain higher dosage of lethal substances in excess of legitimate cigarettes!

The #TakNakSeludup Campaign by Media
Prima Berhad will include a series of Public Service Announcements, feature
articles and special reports on Media Prima’s integrated media platforms to
create awareness on the illicit tobacco trade, thus encouraging Malaysia to
live a healthy smoke-free lifestyle. In addition, by actively banishing the relatively
cheaper but more harmful illicit cigarettes, the campaign hopes to effectively restrict
the underage minors access to tobacco products. Public are encourage to pledge
against the illicit tobacco trade if not to stop smoking for the good of self
and community health.

Friday, 29 May 2015

When it comes to comfort foods, potato has always
been one of my favourite, let it be flavorful cubes in curry, soft and creamy mesh
potato, crispy wedges, this versatile all-time-crowd-pleaser never fail to
impress. If you're a potato lover like me, June would be a great month which
you should take note of as the starchy tuberous food from the underground will
rise, glamorously, in style, with new heights of flavor across distinctive venues
around the Klang Valley ;) Yup you hear me right the one month US Potato Culinary Festival is back so ladies
and gentlemen, foodies, potato fanatics let’s put our hands together to
welcome the upcoming month-long delightful treat of US potatoes~~~ ^^ *clapclap*

Before a month long smorgasbord of US potato delights,
here’s a sneak peek of things to expect on the US Potato Culinary Festival Kuala Lumpur 2015 ;)

Held for the second time in Malaysia after a highly successful run two years ago, the bi-annual potato culinary fest which offers a mouthwatering assortment of unique dishes featuring quality US potatoes will run from 1–30 June 2015 at a total of 13 notable dining venues around the Klang Valley, each of which will feature a palatable assortment of special fusion dishes that elevate the versatility, nutritional benefits and superior taste of quality US potatoes. To name a few of the popular hotels and restaurants that will be joining the US Potato Culinary Festival Kuala Lumpur 2015, we have the Villa Danilli @ Sheraton Imperial Hotel KL, Naughty Nuri’s, La Bo Ca Latino, La Risata, Jibby & Co., Secret Of Lousinana and many more, check out the full list of participating restaurants at below to locate your favourite US potatoes ;)

And without further ado, may I present to you the signature creations by the
talented chefs of US Potato Culinary Festival
Kuala Lumpur 2015, an array of hearty potato offerings to whet the
appetites of both potato aficionados and the spud-curious ^^

While most of us are pretty used to enjoy potatoes in theirsavoury forms of fried, mashed or baked, thanks to the participating chefs of the US Potato Culinary Festival Kuala Lumpur 2015 whom were tasked with inventing the most unique and delectable recipes they can conceive using quality US potatoes, now we've had an array of versatile potato creations ranging from soups to snacks to appetizers to desserts and full-on mains ready to rise across their outlets around the Klang Valley b^^d Oh and for the record, the dishes showcased here is only part of the dishes at the preview, as for the rest, I'll leave'em to you guys to explore ;)

Lastly, for those foodies who would like to experience the difference in cooking with quality US potatoes, these premium tuber gems can be found in all leading supermarkets and hypermarkets in Malaysia, as well as in leading restaurants and QSR chains across the country.

Wednesday, 27 May 2015

Entering its third year, Entrepreneurs For Good, a GUINNESS® and the British Council collaboration programme in search for Malaysia’s
brightest social enterprises continues with a series of roadshows
and workshops took off earlier this year. Target at offering financial support
and training to businesses set up not only to seek profit, but with the
overarching goal of improving the lives of their local communities, 14 promising
Social Enterprises were shortlisted this year in the competition to pitch for a seed
funding of RM 240,000, along with training, mentorship, and guidance to help
grow their businesses.

Just few days back the competition has finally come to an end as 14 finalists along with media and winners from the previous two years of Entrepreneurs For Good were gathered at The Tavern at
Guinness Anchor Berhad to witness the born of Entrepreneurs For Good 2015 award winners ;)

Entrepreneurs For Good 2015 Awards Ceremony @The Tavern, GAB

Entrepreneurs For Good, an Arthur Guinness Projects and the British Council collaboration :)

Entrepreneurs For Good 2015 Finalist: MyBakery

Entrepreneurs For Good 2015 Finalist: Jar Time

Entrepreneurs For Good 2015 Finalist: Earth Heir

Entrepreneurs For Good 2015 Awards Ceremony

Mr. Gavin Anderson, Country Director for British Council Malaysia

Speech by Mr. Gavin Anderson, Country Director for British Council Malaysia

Since the partnership of Arthur Guinness Projects and the British Council Malaysia back in 2012/2013, 6 Malaysian Social Enterprises receive this global funding per annum and this year the legacy continues to support and inspire bold individuals who passionate in driving change for the better in communities across Malaysia.

The 6 winning Malaysian Social Enterprises will be awarded a seed funding of up to RM 40,000 each along with a bespoke training and mentorship package offering guidance throughout their business formative years as well as support to achieve their goal of bettering their communities. congratulation to the winners and a huge thumbs up for taking a step further for the good of our local communities b^^d

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